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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4: Chapter VI, "The Robinson Affair".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Delamarche say that the neighborhood he is currently living in is ideal?
(a) It is quiet.
(b) It is cheap.
(c) Brunelda's ex-husband is afraid to come there.
(d) There is a bar across the street.

2. When Karl returns to his uncle's office after gathering his things for the visit, what causes him to think his uncle is angry?
(a) His uncle has already left the room.
(b) His uncle is tapping his hands against his knees repeatedly.
(c) His uncle does not look him in the eye.
(d) His uncle's face is red, as if he has been shouting.

3. When asked by the head cook, what age does Karl claim to be?
(a) 17.
(b) 21.
(c) 15.
(d) 19.

4. What first prompted Delamarche to think of getting Karl to come work as Brunelda's servant?
(a) He found the photograph that he stole from Karl.
(b) Robinson threatened to quit if he did not get some help.
(c) The apartment was getting too dirty.
(d) Rennel suggested it and explained how to get Karl fired.

5. Why does the chauffeur ask Karl for money after they arrive at their destination?
(a) Because Robinson promised him a handsome tip if he got to their destination quickly.
(b) Because he had to wait a long time with Robinson before Karl left the hotel.
(c) Because he will have to pay to clean the car after having Robinson in it.
(d) Because the other lift boys took the money Karl gave them to hire the car with.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many offices does Jakob keep in the building he lives in?

2. During the dinner with Pollunder and Green, what is their treatment of Karl compared to?

3. Why is Karl so useful to Therese when she is running errands in the city?

4. What does Karl first notice about Klara when he sees her in the light?

5. What does Karl do on his weekly day off?

(see the answer key)

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